Question 1

what are the tests for blood clot in lung?

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CT of lungs: The beginning of all good testing is having the doctor take a good history and do a good physical exam. If the results are strongly suggestive of someone having a blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary embolism-pe), then a blood test called a d-dimer might be ordered. If that is low, you don't have a clot. If high, the gold standard of testing for a pe is a spiral cat scan of the lungs with infusion.

Question 2

best medication to treat blood clot in lung?

Accepted Answer

Coumadin (warfarin): One of the oldest drugs is available
couamdin or warfarin, 
you need to frequently check your blood level- this is a drawback, newer drugs are in the marker.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of a blood clot in lung?

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Shortness of breath: Blod clot migrating to the lung is called a pulmonary embolus.  Most common is a DVT from the leg.

Question 4

can i die from blood clot in lung if i ignore it?

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YES: Pulmonary embolus is a medical emergency. If you have been told you are at higher risk for blood clots, and you feel the pe symptoms (increase in heart rate, breathing rapidly/shortness of breath, chest pain that hurts more with breathing, your finger tips become blue) go to an er asap.
To prevent blood clots, walk regularly and consult a physician to assess if you need meds.

Question 5

will a blood clot in lung stop me from going on my vacation?

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No: As long as you are taking a blood thinner and will not be doing activities that could cause bleeding, then vacation should be fine.  Check with your doctor.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: blood clot in lung?

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Pulmonary embilism: Visit this site for information on this topic:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pulmonary-embolism/symptoms-causes/syc-20354647
Wish you good health!

Question 7

i'm having symptoms of blood clot in lungs and was wondering what is the test for it?

Accepted Answer

CT Chest.: If someone has symptoms consistent with blood clot in the lungs, CT Chest with contrast is obtained for further evaluation. .If CT cannot be obtained, VQ Scan can determine the probability of a clot in lung. You should see go to Emergency room or see your doctor ASAP to determine f that test is indicated. A physician will also evaluate other diseases that can have similar symptoms.

Question 8

my dad has a blood clot in lung, is this serious?

Accepted Answer

Depends: I would say a blood clot in the lung is serious but there are small clots and then there are large clots and depending where the clot goes determines how much damage is done and the severity of the pulmonary embolus.  Figuring out the cause and where it coming from and getting on the right medication is the hard part.

Question 9

can blood clot in lung cause chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Blood clot in the lungs( pulmonary embolism) can cause chest pain most often shortness of breath.

Question 10

is it normal or part of a sypmtom for me to have chest pain in the middle of my chest with a blood clot in lung?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary emboli: Pulmonary emboli (blood clots in the arteries of the lung) can cause chest pain from either damage to the lining of the lung (pleura), or strain on the heart.  The second usually only occurs if the clot is large and the heart is sick.  Talk to your pulmonologist about your chest pain.

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